Tonia Denise Harding Was born September 9, 1964 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Donald Hill and Elaine Jefferson. She attended Millwood High School and graduated in the class of 1982. In high school she was a Class Officer, Band Member, and Editor of the Yearbook. After graduation she attended Oklahoma State University. Tonia was united in marriage to James Wise Harding Sr., November 27, 1987. To this union two children were born, James Wise Harding Jr., and Lauren Denise Harding. Tonia was a member of Mesquite Friendship Baptist Church, Mesquite, Texas. She leave behind to cherish her memory, A loving husband, James Sr., one son, James Jr., one daughter Lauren. Her mother, Elaine. Two brothers, Curtis and Denoruas. Two aunts, Rosie and Earlene. A special cousin, Natalie. A host of other family members and friends.